Stinking Hellebore

Sowing method: First, place in a warm and humid spot for 6-8 weeks (seed swells), then put the seed tray in the refrigerator for 4-8 weeks; an hour of frost is beneficial (activates germination hormones). Sometimes, seeds germinate in the refrigerator. Afterwards, move to a warmer location, but not warmer than 10°C. If germination does not occur, repeat the cycle. Sowing directly into the garden is also possible; just let winter pass over them, and germination will occur in spring.

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Sowing/planting time:

• February
• March
• April
• May

Harvesting time:

• January
• February
• March

Soil type:

• All soil types

Cultivation location:

• Outdoors warm / sheltered

Position:

• Sun
• Partial shade

• Flower colour: Light green with an occasional pinkish-red edge
• Origin: Europe
• Average growth height: 30 to 60 cm
• Annual or perennial: Perennial
• Attractive to insects: Various insects
• Winter hardy: Forst hardy
• Ease of cultivation: Advanced

• Latin: Helleborus foetidus
• Dutch: Stinking hellebore
• Also known as: Not applicable / Not known
• English: Stinking hellebore

• All year round